Spain's premier labels social media ‘failed state,’ calls for urgent regulation

'Tech oligarchs taking advantage of society’s naivety around the supposed promise of social media to turn it into a political tool for their own benefit,' Pedro Sanchez says

Spain's premier labels social media ‘failed state,’ calls for urgent regulation

'Tech oligarchs taking advantage of society’s naivety around the supposed promise of social media to turn it into a political tool for their own benefit,' Pedro Sanchez says

EU defense chief calls for 'Schengen-style' defense pact open to non-EU allies

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Ireland significantly exposed to jet fuel supply risks, warns expert

Aviation analyst says island nation’s reliance on air travel leaves it vulnerable as European fuel stocks tighten and carriers begin cutting capacity17 April 2026

France under fire over alleged surveillance of pro-Palestine MEP

Opposition lawmakers condemn alleged surveillance as ‘state scandal,’ seek explanation from government17 April 2026

EU awards $212M sovereign cloud tender to 4 European providers

Move aims to strengthen EU's digital sovereignty, reduce dependence on non-European technology17 April 2026

UK welcomes 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, urges parties to 'seize this opportunity'

'This must be moment to open pathway to lasting peace. We urge all parties to seize this opportunity,' says Cooper17 April 2026

Poland hit by record cyberattacks in 2025 as minister warns of 'digital war'

Cyberattacks in Poland rise 140% year-on-year, with critical infrastructure increasingly targeted17 April 2026

Europe may face flight cancellations by end of May over jet fuel shortages, IATA warns

Airline industry body says cancellations have already begun in parts of Asia as supply strains deepen17 April 2026

Ukrainian president meets Sweden’s king

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Carl XVI Gustaf lay flowers to honor Ukrainian solders17 April 2026

France, UK to host meeting on Hormuz maritime security

Initiative aims to safeguard navigation amid ongoing tensions in strategic waterway17 April 2026

EXPLAINER – Bulgaria heads to snap parliamentary election in bid to end political deadlock

Bulgarian voters head to polls Sunday in 8th parliamentary election in five years17 April 2026

EU sees no current fuel shortages, prepares for possible jet fuel supply disruptions

'There is no indication of a systemic fuel shortages that would lead to widespread flight cancellations,' spokesperson says17 April 2026

Spain's premier labels social media ‘failed state,’ calls for urgent regulation

'Tech oligarchs taking advantage of society’s naivety around the supposed promise of social media to turn it into a political tool for their own benefit,' Pedro Sanchez says

Spain's premier labels social media ‘failed state,’ calls for urgent regulation

'Tech oligarchs taking advantage of society’s naivety around the supposed promise of social media to turn it into a political tool for their own benefit,' Pedro Sanchez says

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Peaceful, stable Syria is in Austria's interests, Austrian foreign minister says

Spain, Slovenia, Ireland call on European Commission to debate suspending EU–Israel Association Agreement

UK premier reiterates commitment to Lebanon's security

COP31 should focus on climate goals that often remain 'theoretical': Ex-French premier

Finland to introduce citizenship test, tougher immigration measures

Britain sees ‘opportunity’ for Syria’s future after sanctions lifted: UK minister

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